Declining since 2015, #2,833 for boys today.
Popularity of Kellin since 1982
Babies named Kellin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 | 97 |
| 1990s | 25 | 81 |
| 2000s | 32 | 97 |
| 2010s | 16 | 604 |
| 2020s | 5 | 306 |
Meaning & origin
Kellin is a modern masculine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1982, reflecting a trend of inventive names with familiar sounds. It reached its peak popularity in 2014, ranking around 2833 with about 1 in 38820 boys receiving the name. Since 2015, its usage has been declining, following a pattern of fading after a brief surge. The name remains relatively rare, with no strong associations to a particular region or culture, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a contemporary sound.
Kellin is a relatively modern name of uncertain etymology. It may have emerged as a variant of Kellan, which itself is an anglicized form of the Irish name Caollaidhe or a diminutive of Kelly. Alternatively, Kellin could be a modern coinage combining the popular 'Kel-' sound with the fashionable '-in' suffix. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1982 and saw increased use in the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kel, Kell
Sibling names for Kellin
Names that share Kellin's style, for a brother or sister.
